• Visit of the Primus, the Most Rev Mark Strange

    It was great to be with the Primus, the Most Rev Mark Strange this morning in St Mary’s in which he talked about authority and what he’s been discovering since being elected as Primus.

    Here’s his sermon:

    Here’s the forum conversation we had after the service in which we talked about he Anglican Communion, the Scottish Episcopal Church, how we relate to the Church of Scotland and other churches in Scotland and lots more:

    Here’s the Q and A with questions from the congregation:

6 responses to “12 Things I’ve Learned About Preaching”

  1. AKMA Avatar

    I feel the sort of fervent affirmation that would come out as if I were arguing with you…

    1. Jim Naughton Avatar
      Jim Naughton

      That’s so well stated.

  2. Christine McIntosh Avatar
    Christine McIntosh

    Thanks, Kelvin – just realised I’m preaching next week …

  3. Peggy Brewer Avatar
    Peggy Brewer

    Wisdom shared can be beneficial to most anyone in any profession! Very well said! I can think of some preachers that could/should heed your 12 commandments!

  4. Terry Taggart Avatar
    Terry Taggart

    Thank you Kelvin. As preachers there is a danger that ‘we won’t be told’. This particular blog has allowed me to refer back to basics. It is deeply reassuring to know that preaching is not the work of genius, but the work of the Holy Spirit within us. Blessings Always.

  5. Markus Dünzkofer Avatar
    Markus Dünzkofer

    Fantastic list! Should be shared with colleagues and those learning to preach.

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